Corky Joyner, the current developer, came along after Wal-Mart decided not to build a supercenter on this commercial site. The residents in Cobblestone sought a cooperative relationship with this developer. As a result, we have seen a new Qik n EZ convenience store, an IHOP restaurant and a Firehouse Subs locate on this commercial property.

But recently, this productive relationship was undermined by the developer’s proposal for a zoning change to allow an apartment complex in this area. The residents are understandably upset with this change of plans for this area and the potential adverse impacts on property values and the neighborhood. The residents expressed their concerns to the city Planning and Zoning Commission and the city council in a responsible manner. One can expect the residents to continue their resistance to this unfortunate development proposal.